Falling Out PRIDE: PRIDE: Dallas is a gay destination — Gary Sanchez
The Dallas gay community ranks 5th largest in the nation and may well be the gay mecca of the South. VisitDallas exists to promote the city and its business ventures which includes fighting back against bigoted Texas legislation.
Brian and Colman sit down with Gary Sanchez, senior director of Community Impact, Equity and Public Affairs to discuss the challenges and triumphs of marketing the city.
As senior director of Community Impact, Equity and Public Affairs at VisitDallas, Gary is responsible for developing and fostering relationships with community partners, stakeholders, elected officials, chambers of commerce and state and national associations as they relate to hospitality and the travel/tourism industry.
Additionally, he leads the organization’s government affairs, and works with local, state and national associations to protect and advocate for policy directly related to keeping Texas a welcoming destination for all.
